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fromtherealdeal.com
2 days ago

The Daily Dirt: Catching up with DOB head Ahmed Tigani

I recognize that if we do the bread and butter stuff, we do the customer service, the customer delivery, then we get permission to do bigger things. This philosophy guides the commissioner's approach to balancing operational excellence with broader policy ambitions at the Department of Buildings.
New York City
New York City
fromPlanetizen
1 week ago

90% of NYC Intersections Lack Audible Crossing Signals for Blind Pedestrians

New York City and other urban areas lack standardized, well-maintained accessibility infrastructure for visually impaired residents, creating safety hazards despite some progress toward ADA compliance.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
5 months ago

Oh my! It's OHNY! Annual Open House New York kicks off with behind the scenes looks of over 300 NYC spots | amNewYork

Open House New York unlocks over 300 hidden venues citywide each October, providing public access, tours, and 1,600 hours of programming across five boroughs.
fromAustin Monitor
7 months ago

Council to weigh new placement, funding rules for public art - Austin Monitor

The Art In Public Places (AIPP) program, created in 1985, allocates up to 2 percent of eligible capital improvement budgets for visual art on city projects. Staff say the revisions are intended to clarify program procedures, broaden participation and address long-term care of artworks.
Austin
fromStreetsblog
8 months ago

Friday Video: Cyclists, Check Out Your Next City - Streetsblog New York City

Cyclists now outnumber cars in the City of London, with nearly double the number of bikes on the streets, transforming urban mobility in the capital.
London
Public health
fromFast Company
8 months ago

The old traffic math that keeps destroying neighborhoods

Modern city planning is driven by vehicular delay metrics, leading to costly projects that harm communities and prioritize driver convenience over safety and quality of life.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
8 months ago

Sadiq Khan warns 50,000 basement flats in London at risk of flash flooding due to climate change

London faces increasing threats from climate change, highlighted by recent floods, prompting City Hall to provide flood preparedness guidance to residents.
NYC parents
fromThe Oaklandside
9 months ago

Residents petition Oakland for speed bumps near corner where a beloved teacher was killed

Residents of a Clinton neighborhood are advocating for speed bumps to enhance safety after the tragic death of a local educator in a collision.
Manchester City
fromeuronews
9 months ago

Video. Floodwaters trap vehicles after sudden downpour in Mexico City

Flooding overwhelmed city streets after persistent rain and hail, prompting emergency responses.
No injuries reported despite significant flooding conditions.
NYC politics
fromSlate Magazine
10 months ago

America's Cities Are Finally Growing Again-but There's a Big Catch

U.S. cities are experiencing a population resurgence, reversing pandemic trends with significant growth, particularly in urban centers and selectively in post-industrial cities.
Public health
fromWIRED
10 months ago

Does Your City Use Chlorine or Chloramine to Treat Its Water?

Chlorine and chloramine are intentionally added to water systems for safety, despite public concerns and an industry of filters for removal.
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog
10 months ago

How To End Your City's Fight Over Scooter Parking Once and For All - Streetsblog USA

Cities can effectively address poorly parked scooters and create safer streets with proper infrastructure and clear parking regulations.
NYC politics
fromHell Gate
10 months ago

Actually, Making It Easier to See at NYC Intersections Would Be Dangerous, DOT Argues

New York City's pedestrian visibility at intersections is critically compromised by parked cars.
Online Community Development
fromAustin Monitor
11 months ago

Fed spending cuts delay city's workforce, infrastructure training plans - Austin Monitor

City staff request extension for workforce development plan due to federal funding delays.
New initiative aligns with Austin Infrastructure Academy's goals for workforce needs.
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